Common Sense Media Review
By Tracy Moore
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Silly, sweet princess tale is an offbeat delight.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
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What's the Story?
Princess Pinecone is a warrior who wants a big, strong, fast horse for her birthday. Instead, she gets a roly-poly pony who eats the wrong things and farts too much. Can she get the pony up to speed for the big battle?
Is It Any Good?
This sweet, clever princess tale has a simple message about wishing for one thing, getting something else, and making do with what you have; it might be even better than what you wanted. Princess Pinecone is a resourceful girl who wants to win the big battle but also is a kindhearted person who works with her pony to be the best pony it can be; the pony's differences bring out kindness and empathy in others.
The vibrant digital illustrations have cartoon-like simplicity and quirkiness. For girls who love princess fare, THE PRINCESS AND THE PONY offers the familiar with a twist. It's silly but has empowering messages and encourages problem-solving and kindness.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about princess books. Why are they so popular?
How is The Princess and the Pony different from other princess books?
What are Princess Pinecone's best qualities, and why?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Kate Beaton
- Genre : Picture Book
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic )
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Arthur A. Levine
- Publication date : June 30, 2015
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 4 - 8
- Available on : Paperback, Nook, Hardback, Kindle
- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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